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WHAT’S ONJuly – September 2016

at the Hong Kong Maritime Museum

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The Hong Kong Maritime Museum (HKMM) is a vibrant, cultural institution dedicated to preserving, collecting and displaying objects that tell the story of trade and maritime in Hong Kong and the Pearl River Delta. A nonprofit registered charity, the Museum was founded in 2003, opened in Murray House in Stanley in 2005 and relocated in 2013 to Pier 8, in the heart of the Central Harbour Waterfront.Today the Museum displays nearly 1,000 objects in 15 galleries on three levels and attracts more than 100,000 visitors annually.

A special exhibition and events space, resource centre, roof-top café and gift shop contribute to visitors' experience. The community of Hong Kong actively engage in education and public programming offered for schools, adults, community groups and families.

General Information

Hong Kong Maritime Museum Central Pier No. 8 Hong Kong Tel: +852 3713 2500 Fax: +852 2813 8033 Email: [email protected] Website: www.hkmaritimemuseum.org

Opening Hours

09:30 - 17:30 (Monday to Friday)

10:00 - 19:00 (Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays)

Admission

Adult $30

Senior (aged 60 and above), child (under 18), student (with valid full-time student card), visitors with disabilities (and one accompanying carer) $15

Group discounts and annual passes available

Join the Friends of HKMM for unlimited free entrance and many other benefits and discounts.

Partner Organisations

American Womens Association Café Scientifique Heals and Deals HK Community Connect Hong Kong Green Drinks

Front cover:Pacifying the South China SeaEarly 19th centuryHandscroll, ink and colour on silk18m x 0.58m

WELCOME

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Some events require advance booking to reserve a place, for others you can just come along and join on the day. All are FREE with a Museum admission ticket, unless indicated.

Suitable for age 16+. Walks, workshops and symposium: go to www.hkmaritimemuseum.org > What’s On > Calendar of Events

Schools and Community Groups: go to www.hkmaritimemuseum.org > learn > Book a Visit.

Online and fax bookings are available for schools and community groups. Fax No.: 2813 8033

PayMEntsBy credit card/ PayPal via HKMM website

Go to www.hkmaritimemuseum.org > visit > giftshop > online store

aDVanCE BOOKInG

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Friends of HKMM, and join now!Enquiries: [email protected]

Become a Friend of HKMM!

Join a like-minded group of museum, maritime and Hong Kong history enthusiasts and support the development of the Museum.

Benefits

• Unlimited free admission to HKMM

• Exclusive event invitations

• Local and regional excursions

• Concessionary rates for paid activities

• Gift shop and Café 8 discounts

• Museum e-newsletter and Friends email alert

Vase decorated with enamels and gilt on a pale celadon ground Tongzhi period (1856-1875), porcelain and silver Gift of Sir Adrian Swire

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9 June - 18 September 2016

Corals: Our Underwater Living Treasures

Co-produced by Hong Kong Maritime Museum, Conservation International and Hong Kong University Swire Institute of Marine Science.

Together with Conservation International and Hong Kong University’s Swire Institute of Marine Science, the Hong Kong Maritime Museum presents an exhibition exploring the

sPECIaL EXHIBItIOns anD DIsPLays

17 May - 31 December 2016

The World in A Grain of Sand: Ancient Maritime and Overland Trade

“The world in a grain of sand” is an exhibition that uses a small number of objects to communicate about the extensive maritime and overland trade routes of the past. Sand is an interesting metaphor for the land and sea trade which characterised the ancient Silk Road. The objects chosen for this exhibition highlight key themes around the circulation of commodities, people and ideas across the Silk Road over time. The artefacts on display include export ceramics from China and Southeast Asia, gemstones from Southeast and Central Asia, Mongolia and the Mediterranean, Turkish textile patterns from saddles, and ancient Roman glassware used in China.

rich and diverse coral ecosystem of Hong Kong and the Coral Triangle. A series of workshops and public talks will accompany this exciting and interactive display.

15 July – 25 September 2016

In the Midst of the Storm: Hong Kong’s Early Typhoons

Throughout Hong Kong’s development from a small fishing village to its present state as a bustling metropolis, it experienced several tropical cyclones each year. In this part of the world, tropical cyclones are known as typhoons. This exhibition visually transports visitors into the past to learn about the catastrophic typhoons of 1874 and 1906. Historical images and artefacts will offer visitors a glimpse of these major maritime disasters and how Hong Kongers dealt with and lived in harmony with the natural world.

By showing the disastrous consequences of typhoons over a century ago, this exhibition aims to increase the public’s awareness of the impact typhoons had on Hong Kong and to pay tribute to the many heroes who safeguarded the lives of people in Hong Kong during these disasters. The exhibition was initiated by the Master Mariner Michael J. Jones who has spent many years researching Hong Kong’s typhoons, and is supported by the Hong Kong Observatory.

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Alexander Hume Scroll Painting

c. 1772, Gouache on silk, 91.5 x 275.5cm Permanent display, C-Deck. Acquisition funded by the KH Koo Charitable Foundation, The Tung Foundation and the Hong Kong Maritime Museum Endowment Trust.

This large panoramic painting is one of the earliest depictions of foreign factories in Canton. Made specifically for the European market, this painting combines western naturalistic landscape with Chinese painting techniques and was mounted in the traditional Chinese hand-scroll format. The painting shows a lively scene of the the business premises - hongs - rented to Western trading nations clustered along the northern bank of the Pearl River.

In September 2016, the Hong Kong Maritime Museum and the University Museum and Art Gallery, HKU will offer the first Academic Programme Lecture Series exploring the Hume Painting. Enrolment will open in June 2016. Lectures will be given by Professor Paul A. Van Dyke, Maria Mok and Professor Ching May Bo.

See page 14 for more information.

HIGHLIGHts

Weekends and Public Holidays: tours at 14:00; 14:45; 15:30; 16:15 (collect a free ticket upon arrival)

KM Koo Ship Bridge Simulator

What are the challenges of piloting and navigating modern, ocean-going vessels? Visit our exciting new simulator to find out how to steer a ship into the Port of Hong Kong and learn about the roles of different seafarers on board a ship.

Weekdays: Advance group bookings only. See page 3 for details.

Plan your next event in the KM Koo Ship Bridge Simulator!

School workshops: Curriculum-linked STEM workshops available for primary and secondary school classes. See page 20 for information.

Private group, corporate team-building and birthday party (children ages 7+) packages available.

Email: [email protected] for more information.

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HIGHLIGHts

21 June - 5 July

Sørlandet

Join in the fun for this historic visit of the Sørlandet to Hong Kong. At nearly 100 years old, the Sørlandet is one of the oldest tall ships still in use. Visit this historic vessel during its stay at Pier 8. Public access to the ship will be provided at designated times and days.

Please check the Hong Kong Maritime Museum website for details.

25 June - 10 July

Muse Fest HK 2016

General Guided Tours

An introduction to the Hong Kong Maritime Museum. Suitable for age 16+.

Slow Art at the Museum

Inspired by the Slow Food movement, Slow Art challenges visitors to savour only a few pieces of art rather than to try to see everything in a short period of time. For this tour, visitors will guide themselves around the Museum and stop to see only a few pieces, spending up to 10 minutes each. Through close-looking, visitors will notice new and subtle characteristics of an artwork, gaining new appreciation and unlocking its secrets. Can you do it? What will you find? Guide booklets available at the Visitor Services Counter on request.

Children’s Trails and Colouring Sheets

Available any time during Museum opening hours, ask at the Visitor Services Counter.

See what our mascot Jake the Diver has chosen for you to look at.

aLWays On

Muse Fest is an annual festival celebrating the unique contribution of museums to Hong Kong. Take part in behind-the-scenes tours, talks workshops, and more! Experience the Museum as never before! The Museum offers a full programme of tours, talks, workshop, and more! Details may be found in the relevant sections of this brochure and indicated by the Muse Fest logo.

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GaLLEry taLKs anD GuIDED tOursSuitable for age 16+. No booking required. Free with Museum entrance ticket. Talks last for 30-40 minutes, maximum number of participants 20.

2 July, Saturday 14:00-15:00 (Cantonese)

If These Walls Could Talk: The Building of the Hong Kong Maritime Museum

Learn about the Museum’s relocation from its former home in Stanley to Pier 8. Staff involved in the construction and development of the current Museum site will share stories from the final stages of this amazing project!

3 July, Sunday 14:30-17:30 (Cantonese and English)

Object Handling in Gallery

2, 3, 9, & 10 July, Saturdays and Sundays 16:00-17:00 (Cantonese)

Secret Stories of the Hong Kong Maritime Museum

Not everything is as it seems! Some Museum objects hold secret stories! This tour will uncover the scary, weird and intriguing stories behind some objects in the Museum’s collection. Great fun for all ages.

In this hands-on workshop, visitors will learn how to handle authentic objects from our stores! Museum objects are usually displayed behind glass but on this special occasion we are ‘breaking the rules’ so visitors can see more! Adults and children will experience the objects in a whole new and very special way!

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In the Midst of the Storm: Hong Kong’s Early Typhoons Guided Tour

GaLLEry taLKs anD GuIDED tOursSuitable for age 16+. No booking required. Free with Museum entrance ticket. Talks last for 30-40 minutes, maximum number of participants 20.

13 July, Wednesday 15:00-15:30 (Cantonese)

Alexander Hume Scroll Painting

This newly acquired painting now on display is representative of the earliest Foreign Factories scenes under the Canton Trade System (1757-1842), by which business premises were rented to Western trading nations and clustered along the northern bank of the Pearl River. This tour would introduce the architecture with national flags, multicultural traders and transport vessels featured, illustrating the historical accuracy in the painting.

20 July, Wednesday 15:00-15:30 (Cantonese)

To See A World in A Grain of Sand

“The world in a grain of sand” is an exhibition that uses a small number of objects to communicate about the extensive maritime and overland trade routes of the past. In the talk, the Curator will talk about the spread of decorative style, religious ideas and the development of technology that came about as a result of centuries of trade and cultural connections between China and the world through interesting objects in the galleries.

On this guided tour of the typhoon exhibition, visitors will develop their understanding of the historic 1906 typhoon and its role in the history of Hong Kong.

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5 July, Tuesday 16:00-17:00 (English)

Making Museums Relevant

Elliot Gruber, CEO, Mariner’s Museum Newport News, Virginia, USA

Maritime museums need to do more than just tell maritime history if they are to thrive in an increasingly competitive environment. How to develop a blue print for the 21st century and beyond.

Elliot Gruber has spent his career growing and transforming American nonprofit institutions from national parks to Civil War including the development and opening of the Gettysburg Museum and Visitor Center and The Mariners’ Museum and Park.

taLKs Suitable for age 16+. No booking required. Free with Museum entrance ticket. Talks last for approx 60 minutes, including Q&A.

9 July, Saturday 16:00-17:00 (English)

Building Blue Networks: Measuring and Conserving Marine Biodiversity

Dr. Shelby McIlroy, Coral Ecologist The Swire Institute of Marine Science School of Biological Sciences & Department of Earth Sciences

In its most basic form, biodiversity is “Life on Earth”. As the global population of humans increases, the diversity and distribution of marine organisms is changing, which in turn changes the way that ecosystems, such as coral reefs, function. The marine environment of Hong Kong has changed dramatically over the past century yet there remains a surprisingly high biodiversity within Hong Kong waters including more than 80 species of corals. Dr. McIlroy will discuss ongoing, locally-based research and evaluate how Hong Kong fits into a global picture of marine biodiversity. Information on past and current trends in biodiversity will provide a better understanding of marine systems and which management actions may have the most positive impact on preserving marine life on earth.


Re-visiting the Typhoon in 1906

Shun Chi-ming, Director Hong Kong Observatory

In September 1906, Hong Kong faced one of the deadliest typhoon disasters on record with fatalities of more than 10,000. While an investigation had been conducted on whether or not the typhoon could have been predicted by the Hong Kong Observatory to avoid the disaster, the scientific facts about the event have not been fully presented since then. There were rumours even today about the Observatory’s Director committing suicide due to his inability to provide an early warning. In this talk, Mr. Shun Chi-ming, the current Director of the Hong Kong Observatory, will re-visit important questions related to this historically important event: Could the typhoon be predicted given the technologies back in 1906? How the typhoon warning system has evolved since then? What technologies are available to provide early warning today?

* The talk will be given by Dr. TC Lee, Senior Scientific Officer of the Hong Kong Observatory if Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 1 or No. 3 is in force. The talk will automatically be cancelled if Tropical Cyclone Signal No. 8 or higher is in force.

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Typhoons and Shipping

Petty Leung, Managing Director Applied Weather Technology (Hong Kong) Ltd

What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word typhoon? Happy about suspension of classes or time off work? But for ships and their crews at sea, it could be their worst nightmare. In an area referred to as the Northwestern Pacific Basin there are more active cyclones than anywhere on earth and pose a serious threat to all ships plying their trade. So what can be done to mitigate the risks to seafarers? What actually is a typhoon? Why do we get so many in our part of the world? Join me and let’s explore one of the Mother Nature’s awesome powers.

30 July, Saturday 16:00-17:00 (English)

Collecting the Weather: A Visual and Personal History of Typhoons in Hong Kong

Michael J. Jones, Master Mariner

Over many decades Michael Jones’ interest in the history of Hong Kong’s typhoons led him to develop one of the most comprehensive and fascinating assemblages of these important and often disastrous natural events. As a master mariner, Jones’s first-hand experience of typhoons inspired his subsequent pursuit of knowledge and understanding through photographs, newspaper clippings and other historical ephemera.

6 August, Saturday 16:00-17:00 (Cantonese)

Leisure and the Seaside: The Emergence and Transformation of the Bathing Beaches in Hong Kong

Poon Shuk Wah, Associate Professor History Department, Lingnan University

Under the influence of British colonialism, sea-bathing enjoyed increasing popularity among the Chinese population in Hong Kong. Starting from the early 20th century, bathing beaches emerged as popular leisure spaces where people could swim, sunbathe, and simply relax. This talk will discuss the emergence and transformation of the bathing beaches in Hong Kong and analyze the different symbolic meanings attached to them.


Typhoon: A Case on Hong Kong Politics and Economy

Dr. Choi Sze Hang, Henry, Lecturer History Department Hong Kong Shue Yan University

Since 1946 the Hong Kong Observatory has kept complete records of tropical cyclones (typhoons). Every year, typhoons affect the everyday lives of Hong Kong citizens. This talk uses visual images and textual materials to argue that a typhoon is more than a natural phenomenon that can only be observed by scientific instruments, and that a typhoon also provides a window through which we can observe the social and economic problems of Hong Kong. Typhoons have been an important trigger for ordinary people to voice their political views.

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23 August, Tuesday 18:00-19:00 (English)

Reefs of Future Present: Hong Kong Corals from the Qing Dynasty to the Information

Dr. David Baker, Assistant Professor The Swire Institute of Marine Science School of Biological Sciences & Department of Earth Sciences

Were there proper coral reefs in the past? Consider that during the Qing Dynasty the industrial production of slaked lime was extensive throughout Hong Kong, yielding 40 tons per year from mining living bivalve and coral communities. Indeed, historical records and archaeological evidence describe a very different environment in the past; where apex predators, megafauna, and diverse reef invertebrates were common. Through archeological digs, we show that the diversity and abundance of corals and other invertebrates declined markedly over the last century, including the extirpation of several coral species. Through targeted propagation and transplantation we show that staghorn corals have high rates of growth and survivorship in areas where they were previously eliminated, giving hope to the future of these marginal reefs.


Post War Harbourfront Planning, 1945-67

Jacky Yu, Webmaster oldhongkongphotos.com

After the Liberation of Hong Kong in 1945, there were several great changes on the harbourfront, including the relocation of the statues of the royal families in Statue Square, redevelopment of Admiralty and the land reclamation for new housing estates and industrial buildings. In this talk, Jack Yu will lead the audience through an illustrated history of those changes and their effects on daily life today.

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17 September, Saturday 16:00-17:00 (Cantonese)

Entertainment for Hongkongers Along the Harbour

Cheng Po Hung Collector and Specialist on local history

Popular entertainment is a very important part of the local culture in Hong Kong. Contemporary programmes like Cantonese Opera and films can trace their history to mid-nineteenth century. In this talk, Mr. Cheng will introduce the development of these cultural productions with the use of his personal collection of ephemera including photographs, coins and other treasures.

WaLKsSuitable for age 16+. Booking required.

6 August and 10 September, Saturday 14:00-15:30 (Cantonese)

Walking Tour of Hong Kong Observatory

The Hong Kong Observatory has served Hong Kong for more than a century by safeguarding and protecting the lives and homes of people in Hong Kong by using their scientific expertise to accurately report and forecast the weather.

During this special tour, visitors will have the rare opportunity to be guided through this protected monument in the heart of Tsim Sha Tsui. Docents from the Observatory will share their precious artefacts and stories, to help participants learn more about the history of the Hong Kong Observatory.

* The visit will automatically be cancelled/postponed if Tropical Cyclone Warning Signal No. 3 or higher, or any Rainstorm Warning is in force at noon on the scheduled date.

Free, advance booking required.

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Autumn 2016 Academic Programme: Examining the Alexander Hume Scroll Painting

Together with the University Museum and Art Gallery, The University of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Maritime Museum will launch its inaugural Academic Programme in September 2016. The three-part series intends to explore the artistic and historical contexts of the Museum’s recently acquired Alexander Hume Scroll Painting. Intended for an interested but general audience, participants need not have any special knowledge of art or history.

One of the earliest of its kind in Asia (circa 1772), the Hume scroll painting depicts a vibrant and energetic scene of foreign trade and the Canton factories. In three lectures, participants will develop their understanding and knowledge of the social, cultural and economic histories of the Canton trade through an art historical lens. Each lecture, delivered by experts in the field, will explore a different facet of the culture and exchange depicted in the painting.

Co-conveynors:

Dr. Dominique Bouchard Head of Education and Public Programmes Hong Kong Maritime Museum

Dr. Florian Knothe, Director University Museum and Art Gallery The University of Hong Kong

Lecturers:

Paul A. Van Dyke Professor of History at Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou and Co-author of Images of the Canton Factories 1760-1822 (Hong Kong University Press, 2015)

Maria Mok, Curator (Modern Art) Hong Kong Museum of Art, and

Ching May Bo Professor of the Department of Chinese and History, City University of Hong Kong, and a research fellow at the Centre of Historical Anthropology, Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou.

Dates: Thursdays: 22, 29 September & 6 October

Time: 19:00- 20:30

Venue: Hong Kong Maritime Museum, Central Pier 8

Fee: $200 per lecture, or $500 for all three; includes glass of wine in Café 8 following each class.

$400 special rate for the full series for Friends of HKMM, Friends of HKU Museum, and full-time students (proof of valid student identification required).

Advance booking required, enrolment deadline for full series is 13 September 2016; payment must be received in full at time of booking.

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aCaDEMIC PrOGraMME

MusICMusic programmes are free and take place in Café 8 unless otherwise indicated.

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8 July, Friday, 19:00-21:00 The Music of Latin America, Alonso Gonzales Jazz Latino Quintet

17 July, Sunday, 14:00-15:00 Blow & Bows Quartet

22 July, Friday, 19:00-21:00 Night of Classic Jazz, Carpio Music

24 July, Sunday, 16:00-19:00 Cool Cats n Docs

5 August, Friday, 19:00-21:00 Country Music, The Young Strings

26 August, Friday, 19:00-21:00 Tribute to Sinatra, Carpio Music

1 September, Thursday 19:00-21:00 Jazztriom’s Tribute to Cole Porter, Jazztriom

8 September, Thursday 19:00-21:00 Tango Music, Jazztriom

25 September, Sunday, 15:30-17:00 Blow & Bows Quartet

Alonso Gonzalez Jazz Latino QuintetThis international quintet, formed in Kuala Lumpur in 2003, consists of five talented musicians from Canada, Colombia, Hong Kong and the United Kingdom. After 13 years performing all over the world, the Alonso Gonzalez Jazz Latino Quintet are delighted to be back in town and look forward to sharing their love of Latin Music to audiences in Hong Kong.

Blow & Bows QuartetBlow & Bows is a quartet of professional music teachers. Their wide range of music genres include well known, easy listening classical music, world music, jazz, tango and popular music. Several pieces will be performed with players’ own original arrangement. The ensemble’s name states it is a flute and strings quartet. Maritime Music will be the theme of their HKMM inaugural appearance.

Carpio MusicCarpio Music represents the full musical experience in Education, Performance, Production and Recording. In our hearts, music is an art form that needs to be nurtured and educated on a continuous basis, no matter of age or experience.

Carpio Music’s rich history spans over 35 years, establishing itself as a leader in the Asian music industry, providing entertainment to some of the most exclusive clients including The King of Malaysia and The Hong Kong Handover Ceremony.

aDuLt WOrKsHOPs

7 July, Thursday, 18:00-20:00 (English)

Museum MasterclassFriends of the Hong Kong Maritime Museum will have the special chance to learn from the Museum's expert staff. Dr. Claudius Mueller, Visiting Chief Curator, will lead a very special handling session. Light refreshments will be provided.

Advance booking required. $100 Friends of HKMM, $500 for public.

24 July, Sunday 13:00-17:00 (Cantonese)

Lanterns and Offering Objects WorkshopIn the past, the signals were physically hoisted at many locations in Hong Kong. However, as radio and television weather reports became increasingly effective, the need to hoist physical signals diminished. The last signal station in Cheung Chau was decommissioned in 2002. The observatory has replaced the word ‘hoist’ with ‘issue’ in its official terminology,

Ping Chi, a paper art master, brings new ideas to the traditional paper art industry. The lantern and paper offerings he makes are related to modern daily life and arouse public awareness in that disappearing industry. Ping Chi will introduce the basic techniques of making paper offerings at the beginning of the workshop. Participants can then use the techniques to make their under his guidance.

Advance booking required. $150 Friends of HKMM, $180 for public.

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MusICMusic programmes are free and take place in Café 8 unless otherwise indicated.

Cool Cats n Docs

Cool Cats n Docs is a home grown jazz band that performs regularly at Café 8, at the Roof Level, HK Maritime Museum. Café 8 is a social enterprise run by The Nesbitt Centre in collaboration with HKMM. The band’s music genre is easy listening All Time Standards, bossa nova, bolero, latin and iconic local melodies.

Jazztriom

The performance trio Jazztriom, under the band leadership of bassist Lui Ngao-yuen, is an ensemble of talented and versatile local musicians. Though mainly focusing on jazz, Jazztriom musicians are conversant in various other genres, and are equally at home in pop, avant-garde and even Chinese music!

The Young Strings

Johnny Wong - Vocal / GuitarSkilled at interpreting songs by John Denver, Johnny’s voice is soft and comforting. Experienced in folk song concerts and gathering folk song lovers of Hong Kong.

Boris Cheng - Vocal / BongoA well-known music producer, experienced in musical production. A lyricist in his free time.

Sampson Chan - Vocal / BaseBob Dylan, James Taylor and John Prine’s songs are his favourite.

Sunny Liu - GuitarSunny’s fluid guitar playing displays his innovative spirit and uncompromising style.

2 July, Saturday 15:30-17:00

The Art of Museum Conservation (Children)

Before objects go on display in a museum they must be cleaned and cared for. Objects like porcelain vases found in shipwrecks go through a lot of cleaning and conservation before they are put on display. Participants in this workshop will learn the art and science of conservation from the Museum's Conservator, and have the chance to use their skills in a hands-on way!

Advance booking required, suitable for ages 8+.

9 July, Saturday 15:30-17:00

Navigation Skills (Adults and Children)

Did you ever wonder how ships captains used to navigate by the stars or the sun? Participants in this workshop will learn the introductory principles of navigation using antique instruments!

Please note: this workshop will not train participants in contemporary navigation! We do not recommend trying circumnavigate the globe (or Hong Kong Island) afterwards!

Suitable for ages 8+.

Select Sundays 14:30-17:30

Themes:

10 July Make a Viking Long Boat

31 July Paper Craft Binoculars

14 August Pirate Flag: Make a Jolly Roger

28 August Under the Sea Colourful Fish

11 September Make a Pirate Hat

25 September Make a Mermaid or a Diver!

Family Craft Corner

Arts and crafts is a fun and enjoyable way for families to spend quality time together expressing their creativity. Materials will be provided to make fun and unique Museum souvenirs to bring home!

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FaMILy aCtIVItIEsNo booking required, first come first served. Free with Museum entrance ticket.

17 July and 21 August, Sunday 15:30-17:00 (Cantonese and English)

Fascinating Corals Workshop

Scientists from the Swire Institute of Marine Science will be here to answer your questions about corals and lead a workshop where participants will learn to handle the remnants of these amazing creatures. Get up close and personal with our hands-on exhibits!

Suitable for ages 7+

24 July, Sunday

Family Trail

Explore the Museum by yourself using this fun trail leaflet. Learn little known facts and secrets of the Museum.

7, 14 August, Sunday 15:00-15:45

Children’s Puppet Show: “Journey to the Colourful Bubbles” by Little Smudges Theatre

Illuminated by the bright moon and neon-lit buildings, Victoria Harbour becomes a magical world, with rainbow lights dancing above the waves and colourful bubbles gliding by below. But which and where is the most beautiful bubble of them all? Rabbitfish decides it is time to find his perfect bubble…

Advance booking required; suitable for 3 - 8 years old

“Journey to the Colourful Bubbles” is one of the outreach programmes of the International Arts Carnival 2016, organised by the Leisure and Cultural Services Department. Little Smudges Theatre presents an innovative puppetry theatre for families to experience the boundless joy of arts and culture.

* Free if booked in advance, see link and more details on www.hkmaritimemuseum.org

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7 August, Sunday 11:00-11:30, 12:00-12:30 (Cantonese and English)

Storytelling: Tailspinner Stories by Tammy Fong

Experienced storyteller Tammy Fong is a member of the Talespinners. She will take children on an ocean-inspired story.

4 September, Sunday 15:00-15:30, 16:00-16:30 (English)

Storytelling by Sarah Brennan, Children’s Author

Listen to children’s author Sarah Brennan tell one of her best-selling stories in person.

18 September, Sunday 14:00-17:00

Let’s make a Mooncake Workshop

Celebrate the Mid-autumn Festival at the Maritime Museum with a one-of-a-kind souvenir clay mooncake (not edible).

Suitable for ages 5+

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Dive into the Museum’s Gift Shop at Pier 8!

Speciality books, postcards, nautical gifts and souvenirs, maps and photographs, antiques

Opening Hours 11:00 to 17:00 (Mon to Fri) 11:00 to 18:30 (Sat, Sun & Public Holidays)

Enquiries 3713 2500 or [email protected]

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STEM Workshops (NEW)

From September 2016, The Hong Kong Maritime Museum will provide curriculum-linked STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics) workshops for both Primary and Secondary Schools. These workshops will challenge and engage children through problem-solving activities, group work and interaction with Museum staff. A highlight of these workshops is the chance to use the Museum’s new KM Koo Ship Bridge Simulator, a virtual state-of-the-art training tool used by maritime training cadets studying to become seafarers.

Book your visit at www.hkmaritimemuseum.org

sCHOOLs

Reminiscence

Visit the Hong Kong Maritime Museum to reminisce about Hong Kong’s maritime past.Reminiscence sessions for groups of up to 25 senior citizens, with objects to handle and discuss, led by our experienced staff and volunteers. Refreshments provided.

Handicraft Workshops

For groups with learning disabilities, participants visit the Museum and make their own souvenirs, led by our experienced staff and volunteers.

* Suitable for participants of different levels of ability. Contact Museum staff for more information.

COMMunItIEsFor registered charities. Free but advance booking required. See page 3 for details.

Admission is free for primary and secondary schools but advance booking is required.

Space for photo

August 2016

5 FridayMusicCountry Music, The Young Strings (page 15)

6 SaturdayTalksLeisure and the Seaside: The Emergence and Transformation of the Bathing Beaches in Hong Kong (page 11)

Walks Walking Tour of Hong Kong Observatory (page 13)

7 SundayFamily Activities

Children’s Puppet Show: “Journey to the Colourful Bubbles” by Little Smudges Theatre (page 18)

Storytelling: Tailspinner Stories by Tammy Fong (page 19)

13 SaturdayTalks Typhoon: A Case on Hong Kong Politics and Economy (page 11)

14 SundayFamily Activities Family Craft Corner Pirate Flag: Make a Jolly Roger(page 17)

Children’s Puppet Show: “Journey to the Colourful Bubbles” by Little Smudges Theatre (page 18)

20 Saturday TalksPost War Harbourfront Planning, 1945-67 (page 12)

21 SundayFamily ActivitiesFascinating Corals Workshop(page 18)

WHAT’S ON AT HKMM

July 2016

2 SaturdayGallery Talks and Guided Tours If These Walls Could Talk: The Building of the Hong Kong Maritime Museum (page 7)

Secret Stories of the Hong Kong Maritime Museum (page 7)

Family Activities The Art of Museum Conservation (page 17)

3 SundayGallery Talks and Guided ToursSecret Stories of the Hong Kong Maritime Museum (page 7)

Object Handing in Gallery (page 7)

5 TuesdayTalksMaking Museums Relevant (page 9)

7 ThursdayAdult WorkshopsMuseum Masterclass (page 16)

8 FridayMusicThe Music of Latin America, Alonso Gonzales Jazz Latino Quintet (page 15)

9 SaturdayGallery Talks and Guided ToursSecret Stories of the Hong Kong Maritime Museum (page 7)

TalksBuilding Blue Networks: Measuring and Conserving Marine Biodiversity (page 9)

Family ActivitiesNavigation Skills (page 17)

10 SundayGallery Talks and Guided ToursSecret Stories of the Hong Kong Maritime Museum (page 7)

Family ActivitiesFamily Craft Corner

Make a Viking Long Boat (page 17)

13 WednesdayGallery Talks and Guided Tours Alexander Hume Scroll Painting (page 8)

16 SaturdayTalks Typhoons and Shipping (page 10)

17 SundayMusic Blow & Bows Quartet (page 15)

Family ActivitiesFascinating Corals Workshop (page 18)

20 WednesdayGallery Talks and Guided Tours

To See A World in A Grain of Sand(page 8)

22 FridayMusic

Night of Classic Jazz, Carpio Music (page 15)

23 SaturdayGallery Talks and Guided ToursIn the Midst of Storm: Hong Kong’s Early Typhoons Guided Tour (page 8)

TalksRe-visiting the Typhoon in 1906 (page 10)

24 SundayMusicCool Cats n Docs (page 15)

Adult WorkshopsLanterns and Offering Objects Workshop (page 16)

Family ActivitiesFamily Trail (page 18)

30 Saturday TalksCollecting the Weather: A Visual and Personal History of Typhoons in Hong Kong (page 11)

31 Sunday Family ActivitiesFamily Craft Corner

Paper Craft Binoculars (page 17)

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WHAT’S ON AT HKMM

• Bar

• Drinks

• Salads

• Sandwiches

• Pies

• Ice creams and desserts

• Indoor/outdoor seating

• Great views

• Free WiFi

Opening Hours

• Daily 10:00-19:30• Happy Hour 16:00-19:00

Café 8 is run by The Nesbitt Centre, a non-profit organisation that provides educational and work programmes for adults with learning disabilities.

23 Tuesday TalksReefs of Future Present: Hong Kong Corals from the Qing Dynasty to the Information (page 12)

26 Friday MusicTribute to Sinatra, Carpio Music (page 15)

28 Sunday Family ActivitiesFamily Craft CornerUnder the Sea Colourful Fish (page 17)

September 2016

1 ThursdayMusicJazztriom’s Tribute to Cole Porter, Jazztriom (page 15)

4 SundayFamily ActivitiesStorytelling by Sarah Brennan, Children’s Author (page 19)

8 ThursdayMusic Tango Music, Jazztriom (page 15)

10 SaturdayWalks Walking Tour of Hong Kong Observatory (page 13)

11 SundayFamily ActivitiesFamily Craft Corner Make a Pirate Hat (page 17)

17 SaturdayTalks Entertainment for Hongkongers Along the Harbour (page 13)

18 SundayFamily ActivitiesLet’s make a Mooncake Workshop (page 19)

22 ThursdayAcademic ProgrammeAutumn 2016 Academic Programme: Examining the Alexander Hume Scroll Painting (page 14)

25 SundayMusicBlow & Bows Quartet (page 15)

Family ActivitiesFamily Craft CornerMake a Mermaid or a Diver! (page 17)

29 ThursdayAcademic ProgrammeAutumn 2016 Academic Programme: Examining the Alexander Hume Scroll Painting (page 14)

Documents

S ON WHAT - hkmaritimemuseum.orgsPECIaL EXHIBItIOns anD DIsPLays 17 May - 31 December 2016 The World in A Grain of Sand: Ancient Maritime and Overland Trade “The world in a grain